Iconic Modular 3-piece Sofa Set 'C-Saturnus' by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi Finland c.1960 Space Age
A very rare Modular 3-piece Sofa Set 'C-Saturnus' by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi Finland c.1960, Space Age.
Stunning collectible set of 3x modular matching armchairs in brown corduroy on a moulded fibreglass base.
Designed by the legendary Finnish designer & architect Yrjö Kukkapuro. Most notably known for his famous 'Karuselli' chair, which according to Terence Conran is the most comfortable and visually appealing chair that was ever made!
I have 6x of these modular armchairs in total, second listing consists of 3x armchairs with the additional armrests that can be used in several combinations.
Lightly restored, all of the original foam has been replaced. Fabrics have been deep cleaned to a professional standard.
"Yrjö Kukkapuro was born in 1933 in Wyborg, Finland and passed away on the 8th of February this year, 91 years old.
Initially, Kukkapuro dreamt of becoming a painter. However, in 1956, he started his education in furniture design at the Institute of Applied Arts in Helsinki. After his studies, he opened his own studio in 1959 where he focused on designing functional furniture.
In 1964, he designed his famous Karuselli lounge chair, which he was inspired by the imprint of himself in the snow. The chair is represented in well-known museums such as the MoMA in New York.
From the 1970s onwards, he decided to fully center his attention on minimalistic designs. However, reacting on the postmodern trends of the eighties, his designs became more expressive. This is for instance visible in his “Experiment” collection.
Throughout his career, Kukkapuro let his designs be manufactured by the Finish company Haimi, but in the eighties he chose a new company named Avarte. In his designs, Kukkapuro always choose functionality over form. He always sees it as his challenge to create functional, durable and comfortable furniture using as little material as possible."
Dimensions
Each Lounge Chair:
Width - 65cm
Depth - 80cm
Height - 75cm
For example, 2x chairs sits at 130cm wide etc.
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Collection London, E5. Delivery available in London & the rest of UK for an additional fee.
A very rare Modular 3-piece Sofa Set 'C-Saturnus' by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi Finland c.1960, Space Age.
Stunning collectible set of 3x modular matching armchairs in brown corduroy on a moulded fibreglass base.
Designed by the legendary Finnish designer & architect Yrjö Kukkapuro. Most notably known for his famous 'Karuselli' chair, which according to Terence Conran is the most comfortable and visually appealing chair that was ever made!
I have 6x of these modular armchairs in total, second listing consists of 3x armchairs with the additional armrests that can be used in several combinations.
Lightly restored, all of the original foam has been replaced. Fabrics have been deep cleaned to a professional standard.
"Yrjö Kukkapuro was born in 1933 in Wyborg, Finland and passed away on the 8th of February this year, 91 years old.
Initially, Kukkapuro dreamt of becoming a painter. However, in 1956, he started his education in furniture design at the Institute of Applied Arts in Helsinki. After his studies, he opened his own studio in 1959 where he focused on designing functional furniture.
In 1964, he designed his famous Karuselli lounge chair, which he was inspired by the imprint of himself in the snow. The chair is represented in well-known museums such as the MoMA in New York.
From the 1970s onwards, he decided to fully center his attention on minimalistic designs. However, reacting on the postmodern trends of the eighties, his designs became more expressive. This is for instance visible in his “Experiment” collection.
Throughout his career, Kukkapuro let his designs be manufactured by the Finish company Haimi, but in the eighties he chose a new company named Avarte. In his designs, Kukkapuro always choose functionality over form. He always sees it as his challenge to create functional, durable and comfortable furniture using as little material as possible."
Dimensions
Each Lounge Chair:
Width - 65cm
Depth - 80cm
Height - 75cm
For example, 2x chairs sits at 130cm wide etc.
For more amazing finds follow us on socials @hoxton.antiques
Collection London, E5. Delivery available in London & the rest of UK for an additional fee.
A very rare Modular 3-piece Sofa Set 'C-Saturnus' by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi Finland c.1960, Space Age.
Stunning collectible set of 3x modular matching armchairs in brown corduroy on a moulded fibreglass base.
Designed by the legendary Finnish designer & architect Yrjö Kukkapuro. Most notably known for his famous 'Karuselli' chair, which according to Terence Conran is the most comfortable and visually appealing chair that was ever made!
I have 6x of these modular armchairs in total, second listing consists of 3x armchairs with the additional armrests that can be used in several combinations.
Lightly restored, all of the original foam has been replaced. Fabrics have been deep cleaned to a professional standard.
"Yrjö Kukkapuro was born in 1933 in Wyborg, Finland and passed away on the 8th of February this year, 91 years old.
Initially, Kukkapuro dreamt of becoming a painter. However, in 1956, he started his education in furniture design at the Institute of Applied Arts in Helsinki. After his studies, he opened his own studio in 1959 where he focused on designing functional furniture.
In 1964, he designed his famous Karuselli lounge chair, which he was inspired by the imprint of himself in the snow. The chair is represented in well-known museums such as the MoMA in New York.
From the 1970s onwards, he decided to fully center his attention on minimalistic designs. However, reacting on the postmodern trends of the eighties, his designs became more expressive. This is for instance visible in his “Experiment” collection.
Throughout his career, Kukkapuro let his designs be manufactured by the Finish company Haimi, but in the eighties he chose a new company named Avarte. In his designs, Kukkapuro always choose functionality over form. He always sees it as his challenge to create functional, durable and comfortable furniture using as little material as possible."
Dimensions
Each Lounge Chair:
Width - 65cm
Depth - 80cm
Height - 75cm
For example, 2x chairs sits at 130cm wide etc.
For more amazing finds follow us on socials @hoxton.antiques
Collection London, E5. Delivery available in London & the rest of UK for an additional fee.
